Co+coa & Booze: A Holiday Party!

December 14 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

The holidays are a special time of the year to spend with your favorite people and warm mugs of hot cocoa — especially when they come with a spike of booze!

We’re opening up CO+HOOTS to make sure you get the best parts of the holidays all in one evening, sponsored by Manpower! You, your friends and your family are invited to join us in your best ugly sweaters and dive into our boozy cocoa bar, or our delicious non-alcoholic options. We’ll have snacks, a raffle and more for you to celebrate and build connections over some holiday fun. All ages are welcome (21+ to drink) — come and go as you please!

This event will support the Eagle Pathway Toy Drive — an initiative brought to our space by Kaitlyn Martinez, an alumna of CO+HOOTS Foundation’s youth programs — so make sure to bring $10 gift card or toy (3 mos – 18 yrs) to support youth who have experienced foster care or homelessness if you can!

Parmigiano-Reggiano is a toy terrier mix whose fierce cuteness unleashes your instinct to cuddle on work breaks. Better known as Reggie by Cohootians (and himself), he is committed to following his human around between naps, potty breaks and polite sniffing. Reggie joined CO+HOOTS two days after he was adopted and was immediately given a position on the team. He believes in getting belly rubs and flopping his ears as he roams the space.

Reggie didn’t go to college. Or school in general. But he was potty trained and knows that being cute is a business strategy! You can find him curled up near the front or walking his human around the space.

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Bryce Manhardt is a data whisperer whose can-do attitude automates happy interactions. The business and technology coordinator at CO+HOOTS, he is committed to creating a fast-functioning space behind the scenes through automation, digitization and business partnerships. Bryce found CO+HOOTS in his search for a way to give back while doing something he enjoyed. He believes that knowledge is power and knowledge is everywhere. He also believes in aliens.

Bryce is currently studying business data analytics at Arizona State University, where he is involved in the Advocates for Education Club and the Data Analytics Club. You can find him streamlining processes to make Cohootian work lives painless from a phone booth or at the front desk.

Moon Gordy

Moon Gordy is a space enhancer whose respect for diversity arranges for an assortment of success. The operations manager at CO+HOOTS, she is committed to maintaining a purposeful space for entrepreneurial success through efficient processes, organization, and feedback-based support and development. Moon joined the team after learning about CO+HOOTS in her search for her dream office management career. She believes in creating spaces that are accessible for all communities. She also believes in fate.

Moon earned her B.A. in English Literature from Arizona State University, where she learned to communicate effectively in different mediums. She frequently volunteers with various nonprofits, which have included One Community and the International Rescue Committee. You can find her managing accounts and ensuring smooth operations next to the bell wall.

Odeen Domingo

Odeen Domingo is a quick-witted content writer whose keen eye for detail finds opportunity in every nook and cranny of unique cities. A founding member of CO+HOOTS, he is committed to empowering entrepreneurs to successfully do what they love, in the communities they love. Odeen co-founded CO+HOOTS Foundation to extend entrepreneurship to different sectors, and has since helped put on the nation’s largest and most diverse youth coding event. He promotes equity through entrepreneurship as a CO+HOOTS Foundation co-chair.

Odeen uses his background as a trained journalist and content writer to build the strategy the communications that help entrepreneurs discover resources and opportunities. He is highly involved with startups, nonprofits and more in the #yesphx community. You can find him getting sh*t done and generally being funny at his nest desk, in the community or across the world.

Jenny Poon

Jenny Poon is a serial entrepreneur whose inclusive leadership alleviates risk for diverse entrepreneurs who wish to collaborate and grow. The founder of CO+HOOTS, she is committed to building vibrant and equitable cities by bringing visibility to coworking as an economic development tool. Jenny built the nationally recognized coworking community from the ground up to 280+ entrepreneurs, playing an integral role in local job growth. She champions diversity in the entrepreneurial ecosystem as a CO+HOOTS Foundation co-chair.

Jenny uses her background as an award-winning designer and strategist to empower like-minded, talented folks to collaborate with other industries and innovate. She serves as an advisor for several startups and mentors young entrepreneurs weekly. In 2016, Jenny became the first minority and the first woman to be recognized as Phoenix Business Journal’s Businessperson of the Year. You can find her being a boss (AKA doing a little bit of everything) in her office, in the greater community or even across the world.

Emily Liu

Emily Liu is a brilliant schemer whose incredibly humble self writes the words you’re currently enjoying. The content coordinator at CO+HOOTS, she is committed to seeking and communicating the inspiring storylines in the space through social media, campaigns and digital content. Emily discovered CO+HOOTS as a music columnist covering a secret show it hosted and became the first intern in its midtown space. She believes in profit through passion, and is an advocate for sustainable transportation and self-education.

Emily earned her B.A. in journalism and mass communication from Arizona State University, where she grew a multimedia mindset in the New Media Entrepreneurship and Innovation Lab. She has written strategic content for local and international brands. You can find her on her phone (actually working) or on her laptop (watching videos about food) at a new spot every day.

Justine Sponder

Justine Sponder is a people motivator whose enthusiasm for the everyday connects optimism to your business mindset. The community manager at CO+HOOTS, she is committed to building and bettering a supportive coworking culture through events, problem-solving and the facilitation of professional relationships. Justine joined the team by taking a 1,500-mile risk, moving from Iowa to midtown Phoenix for an internship that became a career. She believes in empowering women and women-owned businesses while building strong girls.

Justine earned her B.F.A. in Graphic Design from Minnesota State University Moorhead, where she was president of the Gamma Phi Beta sorority. She currently serves on the PACE Board for Girls on the Run (GOTR) Maricopa County. You can find her giving tours and interacting with members around the space, or making things happen at her nest desk.